Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
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2008 Jeep Commander 4WD V6-3.7L
Vehicle Lifting: Service and Repair
2008 Jeep Commander 4WD V6-3.7LSECTION Service and Repair
STANDARD PROCEDURE - HOISTING AND JACKING RECOMMENDATIONS
FLOOR JACK
When properly positioned, a floor jack can be used to lift the vehicle (3 and 4). Support the vehicle in the raised position with jack stands at the front and rear ends of the frame rails (1 and 2).
CAUTION: Do not attempt to lift a vehicle with a floor jack positioned under:
- Aluminum differential.
- A body side sill.
- A steering linkage component.
- A drive shaft.
- The engine or transmission oil pan.
- The fuel tank.
HOIST
A vehicle can be lifted with:
- A single-post, frame-contact hoist.
- A twin-post, chassis hoist.
- A ramp-type, drive-on hoist.
NOTE: When a frame-contact type hoist is used, verify that the lifting pads are positioned properly (1 and 2).
WARNING: The hoisting and jack lifting points provided are for a complete vehicle. When a chassis or drivetrain component is removed from a vehicle, the center of gravity is altered making some hoisting conditions unstable. Properly support or secure vehicle to hoisting device when these conditions exist.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.